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48 states launch antitrust investigation into Google

Fifty state attorneys general, led by Texas, have announced an investigation into Google's "potential monopolistic behavior." The attorneys general are looking into whether the highly profitable Silicon Valley search giant has gotten too big and perhaps too effective at stomping…

Fred's to close all its stores after declaring bankruptcy

Fred's Inc. announced on Monday that the ailing discount retailer has filed for bankruptcy and will shutter all of its remaining stores, the latest brick-and-mortar merchant to fold as consumers shift their spending online. The Memphis, Tennessee-based company said it…

Judge again blocks Trump's border asylum ban

Asylum seeker: "Leave me in a cell" A federal judge on Monday restored a nationwide scope on an order he issued earlier in the summer to block the Trump administration's most sweeping effort yet to unilaterally restrict the asylum system…

FDA shoots down Juul claims that vaping is safer than smoking

Federal health authorities say vaping giant Juul Labs illegally pitched its electronic cigarettes as a safer alternative to smoking, including in a presentation at schools. The Food and Drug Administration on Monday issued a stern warning letter to the company, flagging…

Couple arrested after spending mistaken $120,000 deposit

If you've ever wondered what you would do if a pot of money inexplicably showed up in your bank account, one couple's woes following an unexpected windfall provides a useful lesson: First, contact your bank. Robert and Tiffany Williams of…

NOAA scientist rips "political" backing of Trump's Dorian claims

The chief scientist of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said in an email that he will be investigating the agency's response to President Trump's claims that Hurricane Dorian posed a threat to Alabama. The Washington Post reported on Monday that Craig McLean,…

Air Force reviewing travel after stay at Trump property

The U.S. Air Force says it's reviewing all internal guidance on travel policy after an Air National Guard crew stopped at President Trump's Scotland resort earlier this year en route to Kuwait. The Air Force's leadership has directed Air Mobility…

LaFayette man shot in leg

LAFAYETTE, Ga. (WDEF) - Walker County Sheriff's deputies were dispatched to 201 Sequatchie Trail in Lafayette, Georgia Sunday morning at 1:30 where a man was reported to have been shot in the leg. Upon arrival, deputies found James Lee, age 39…

A taste of Latin America in Dalton

DALTON, Ga. (WDEF) - The sixth annual Latino Taste Festival brings authentic Latin food, music and dances from different regions of Mexico and other countries to the heart of Dalton, Georgia. "Dalton has such a big Latin community, and it's important…

Another Republican announces Trump primary challenge

Republican Mark Sanford, a former governor and congressman from South Carolina, said Sunday that he will launch a primary bid challenging President Trump. Sanford is now the third Republican planning to challenge the president, even as the GOP is canceling…

NOAA backs up Trump's claim that Dorian could impact Alabama

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration backed up President Trump's ongoing assertions that Alabama appeared initially to be in the path of Hurricane Dorian. His claims have attracted more attention since he appeared earlier this week holding an outdated map…

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